Ruben Vargas sends Switzerland to the World Cup quarterfinals in shootout win over Colombia

Ruben Vargas scored the winning penalty kick, sending Switzerland to the World Cup quarterfinals with a 4-3 shootout victory over Colombia. The round of 16 match, held in Vancouver, British Columbia, on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, ended in a scoreless draw after regulation. Switzerland's goalkeeper Grego Kobel made a crucial save, and Colombia's Davinson Sanchez hit the crossbar during the shootout. Switzerland will now face defending champions Argentina in Kansas City, Missouri, on Saturday. This marks Switzerland's first quarterfinal appearance since hosting the World Cup in 1954.

Switzerland has advanced to the World Cup quarterfinals after defeating Colombia in a penalty shootout. The match, which concluded in a goalless draw after regulation and extra time, saw Switzerland win 4-3 on penalties. Goalkeeper Gregor Kobel was instrumental, saving a penalty from Cucho Hernandez, before Ruben Vargas scored the decisive spot-kick for Switzerland. This victory sets up a quarterfinal clash between Switzerland and defending champions Argentina. The game was the final last 16 match of the 2026 tournament played outside the United States.